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The hepatitis c (hcv) window period is typically 6 to 9 weeks from the moment the person became infected. During this time, a hepatitis c antibody test may bring up a negative result
acute hepatitis b is diagnosed by detecting hbsag and igm core antibody, or core antibody alone, in the window period. Igm core antibodies are lost within 6 to 12 months of the onset of illness.
acute hepatitis b is diagnosed by detecting hbsag and igm core antibody, or core antibody alone, in the window period. Igm core antibodies are lost within 6 to 12 months of the onset of illness.
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The liver plays a significant role in the body s various metabolic processes. Infection with hepatitis C virus causes inflammation of the liver, known popularly as Hepatitis C. It is a relatively new discovery (late 1980s), but there are a significant number of cases identified. The challenge in identifying this disease is that the patient does not manifest with any symptoms and can be carrying the virus for years with no signs or symptoms. This makes diagnosis very difficult and in most cases, ...more
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Hepatitis C is one of the five forms of hepatitis infection that is known to afflict the liver. Hepatitis C is one of these infections and is caused by the Hepatitis C virus, also known as HCV. It spreads through the blood of the individual who has been already affected by the disease. The infection can be mild in nature lasting for a few weeks, or severe that causes a lifelong disease. When the infection turns chronic, it can lead to liver cirrhosis.
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Hepatitis is an inflammatory condition of the liver, which may often progress to dangerous complications. There are many types of Hepatitis and each has its own particular set of causes, symptoms, mode of contraction and treatment procedures. Here are the main types of Hepatitis as well as some of the factors which may cause Hepatitis:
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Hepatitis A: Hepatitis A virus infection causes this condition. The Hepatitis A virus comes from food or water contaminated with...more
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Hepatitis A: Hepatitis A virus infection causes this condition. The Hepatitis A virus comes from food or water contaminated with...more
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